Understanding the damages you can recover after a truck accident is an important step toward protecting your future after a collision with an 18-wheeler. Truck accidents can have wide-ranging consequences, some of which may not be obvious right away.
This makes it critical to ensure that you are seeking the full compensation you deserve. If you have a truck accident claim in Wisconsin, you are entitled to compensation for all of the present and future costs of your injuries, including costs that are both financial and non-financial in nature.
With this in mind, what damages can—and should—you include in your truck accident claim? Here are some of the key types of damages you may be entitled to recover after a truck accident:
If the truck driver, trucking company, or another party was at fault, you can pursue damages you can recover after a truck accident for all medical expenses linked to the crash. This includes your medical bills for your initial diagnosis and treatment, any ongoing treatment needs, and any additional treatment you may need in the future.
Along with your medical bills, other damages in a truck accident claim can include certain out-of-pocket costs as well, such as:
Going forward, you will want to try to keep track of all of the costs you incur as a result of your injuries. But, your lawyer will be able to assist with calculating your damages for your present and future out-of-pocket costs that resulted from the truck accident.
If you have been unable to work as a result of your injuries, you are entitled to compensation for your loss of income and benefits. You are entitled to seek damages for your lost income and benefits through the date of your settlement or verdict (if your truck accident claim is successful).
You are entitled to seek damages for your loss of future earning capacity as well. If you will be unable to work (or limited in your ability to work) because of your injuries from the truck accident, your lost future earnings could account for a substantial portion of the total value of your claim.
In addition to seeking damages for the financial costs of your truck accident, you can also seek damages for its non-financial consequences. These include your pain, suffering, and emotional trauma. Beyond compensation for the costs of your medical care (including psychological or psychiatric care), you are entitled to additional compensation for the day-to-day effects of living with the consequences of what happened.
If you have permanent scars from your truck accident or from surgery, these are also non-financial consequences for which damages are available under Wisconsin law. The same is true of other disfiguring injuries, such as loss of digits or limbs.
As we said above, being seriously injured in a truck accident can impact your life in ways you might not necessarily expect. For many truck accident victims, their physical and psychological trauma will have a profound impact on their relationships with family members, friends, and colleagues. If you are no longer able to spend meaningful time with your spouse or children, or if you are no longer able to go out with friends or coworkers, these are also non-financial losses for which you deserve compensation.
Truck accident victims in Wisconsin can also seek compensation for their loss of enjoyment of life. If you can’t pursue your hobbies or your career, if you struggle to get out of bed every day, or if you can’t fall asleep at night, these are all consequences that can all have profound effects on your happiness and your mental health. As a result, they are also consequences for which you can—and should—seek compensation.
When pursuing damages in a truck accident, every detail matters. The Madison truck accident lawyers at Boller & Vaughan have the knowledge, experience, and skill to handle complex claims, calculate the full value of your losses, and stand up to trucking companies and insurers on your behalf. We know what it takes to protect your rights and pursue the maximum compensation to which you may be entitled under Wisconsin law.
Don’t face the legal system alone. Contact Boller & Vaughan today online or at (608) 268-0268 for a FREE case evaluation. We proudly serve clients in Madison and throughout Wisconsin.
Filing a nursing home abuse lawsuit in Wisconsin is often the most effective way to hold a facility accountable when residents suffer abuse at the hands of caregivers or others. Nursing home residents have the […]
If you need to sue a nursing home after a fall, it’s important to understand your rights and the steps involved. Falls are among the most common causes of serious injuries in nursing homes. For […]
"*" indicates required fields
Δ
We live in Friendship, Wisconsin, and Boller & Vaughan came to our doorstep to discuss our mother’s wrongful death claim on a Saturday morning. Not only were we pleased with the large recovery, we were so thankful to have lawyers who were willing to explain to us every twist and turn along the way. It is great to know there is a law firm that will fight for the rights of elderly people all over Wisconsin.
Mr. Boller and Ms. Vaughan were incredible in working on my case and my daughter’s case. I was out of work and in the hospital with a new baby. Mr. Boller and Ms. Vaughan protected our rights and it was a pleasure to work with them. I hope never to be in another motor vehicle accident, however, if I am and I am injured, I will contact Boller & Vaughan immediately.
I was referred to Michelle through a friend. I have never had a better experience. It took a little over a year to get my settlement but the staff there stayed in constant contact and kept me in the loop. Oh, and Michelle actually got me MORE money than we discussed. I will refer anyone to this firm. Words cannot do justice the thanks that I have for Michelle and her staff (Mary especially) thank you guys so much!
After my husband died as a result of a motor vehicle accident, Boller & Vaughan spent countless hours talking with me, meeting with me in person, and making sure that I was okay. The drunk driver who hit us did not have any insurance, and we had to make a claim through our own insurance. Boller & Vaughan was fantastic at explaining the law to me and the handling of our claims.
After my son was injured in a daycare setting, Ms. Vaughan took the time to thoroughly investigate our case and my son’s injuries. Michele was approachable and had answers to our questions. Talking with her helped to relieve many of our anxieties.
